One Selfless Act

I wanted to share this story with anyone and everyone. I attended service on Sunday and left feeling as though I truly learned something. It wasn't until Monday morning that I realized I needed to re-reflect on Sunday’s service.

The story goes like this: I had just picked up my son’s prescription from the pharmacy and was heading home in the rainy gloom of the morning. In my turn lane I noticed a man on the median holding a sign I assumed asked for money (I couldn't make out what it said in the rain). As I passed him by an SUV in the opposite lane had pulled to a stop in front of the man. As I watched, the back window rolled down and a young boy leaned out extending an umbrella to the man standing in the rain. Instantly my heart turned to mush, and I cried for the boy’s sweet gesture. As I drove away I reflected on what my thoughts had been when I first saw the man standing on the road. I had planned on ignoring the situation. For other than a few pennies lingering under my seats, I had nothing to give. I felt ashamed of myself and realized that God had sent me a message to open my eyes and open my heart to those around me for I had committed an unjust act. I immediately prayed to God and apologized for choosing to ignore a person in need and thanked Him for reminding me that we always have something to give even though you may think it is nothing. I also thanked Him for allowing me to see the kindness that others are so willing to give. After that incident I now know that I must remember to be kind to everyone around me. I must also teach my son the same values the driver of the SUV taught to his or her son. That man may have been asking for money, though I had none, I still could have given him something to let him know people still care, and we are not all willing to ignore those in need.

If the entire world could perform at least one selfless act as that boy did we would all be happier. I am so thankful that God spoke to me that morning!
- Erica Armacost